About this episode

Andrew interviews therapist Kate Mageau about toxic relationships and the influence of reality TV on dating perceptions.

S4 Ep#35 Want to be a guest on the podcast? Send Andrew a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/anonymousandrewpodcast Please buy me a cup of coffee! Proud Member of the Podmatch Network! In this episode, Andrew interviews Kate Mageau, a licensed therapist and author of 'Rose Colored Glasses.' They discuss the complexities of toxic relationships, the importance of understanding psychological mechanisms behind abuse, and the healing journey that inspired Kate's book. The conversation also explores the impact of reality TV on dating perceptions, the challenges of modern dating, and practical advice for building trust and making genuine connections in everyday life. Kates Website & Book Kate's IG Kate's YouTue Kate's TikTok Linkedin Anonymous Andrew Podcast Studios Digital Dating Podcast w/Anonymous Andrew Cultimatum Podcast-The Culture of Cults The Weekend Rant with Anonymous Andrew Anonymous Website: Discord Chat Invite Link: https://discord.gg/mS7RAe4gGD Instagram: TikTok: Threads: Facebook: YouTube: Linkedin: X: @AAndrewpodcast Graphics design & promotions: Melody Post Music by: freebeats.io

People in this episode

Host: Andrew J. Polizzo

Guest: Kate Mageau

Topics covered

• toxic relationships
• reality TV
• modern dating
• psychological mechanisms
• healing journey
• trust building

Keywords

• toxic relationships
• reality TV
• dating
• psychological abuse
• trust
• healing journey
• relationships

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Rose Colored Glasses

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